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Unlike the other allotropes of carbon (such as diamond), in graphite, each carbon atom forms 3 strong bonds (rather than 4) with its neighbours. These form in layers of hexagons.
Between each layer of hexagons, there are delocalised electrons, that form a weak bond with the next layer. This weakness is responsible for the use of graphite as a lubricant or in pencils (where one layer of graphite can easily slide over another).
The delocalised electrons are also able to carry an electrical charge, because they can move freely.
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What is a form of carbon that is a good conductor?
It is graphite.
Which non metal is good conductor of electricity?
Carbon, when it is in the form of graphite.
Is carbon a conductor of elctricity?
Yes, graphite (a form of carbon) conducts electricity.
Which form of Carbon is a good conductor of electricity and heat?
Graphite is the type of carbon that conducts electricity but poorly than metal
Is carbon conductor or insulator?
Carbon is a poor conductor of electricity. In its pure form, carbon is considered an insulator. However, carbon can be engineered to conduct electricity when it is in the form of graphite or graphene.
Are carbon and aluminium good conductors of heat?
Aluminium is a good conductor. Carbon, in the form (allotrope) of graphite is a good conductor but its other allotropes are not.
What is a conductor that isn't metal?
One example of a non-metallic conductor is graphite, which is a form of carbon. Graphite is used in pencils and as a lubricant because of its ability to conduct electricity.
Where is grapite found?
In nature, graphite is found as flake, vein, or amorphous form. Graphite is polymorph of carbon. Graphite is a non-metal that is a conductor of electricity.
Does carbon have good conductivity?
yes because that is why batteries contain carbon
What is grafite?
Graphite is a crystalline form of carbon that is used in pencils and as a lubricant. It is composed of layers of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice structure. Graphite is a good conductor of electricity due to its arrangement of carbon atoms.
Is graphite a metalloid?
graphite is a form of carbon that forms in layers which is why it is able to be used in pencils, because the layers can slide off and get left on the page. Anyway carbon is a non-metal so graphite is a non-metal.
What is graphite at room temperature?
Graphite at room temperature is a soft, black, crystalline form of carbon. It has a layered structure composed of hexagonal rings of carbon atoms. Graphite is a good conductor of electricity due to its delocalized electrons.
